Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Nikon P100

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Nikon P100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the P100 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was announced 20 months later than the P100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon ELPH 530 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the ELPH 530 HS scores versus the P100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Nikon Coolpix P100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Nikon P100 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 530 HS has got external measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Nikon P100 has dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 530 HS vs the P100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 530 HS and P100 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 530 HS and P100.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer ELPH 530 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.